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100 1 _aBaker, Samuel White, Sir,
_d1821-1893
245 1 0 _aIn the Heart of Africa
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2002-05-01
508 _aProduced by Garry Gill, the Distributed Proofreading Team of Charles Franks, and David Widger
520 _a"In the Heart of Africa" by Sir Samuel White Baker is a historical account written during the mid-19th century, primarily focused on exploring the sources of the Nile River. The narrative follows Baker's ambitious expedition as he embarks on a perilous journey across Africa, accompanied by his wife, with the goal of uncovering the Nile's mysteries and seeking to meet other exploratory endeavors, such as that of Captains Speke and Grant. The book reflects on challenges faced in the harsh terrains, encounters with diverse cultures, and the determination required to achieve what had eluded many explorers before him. At the start of the narrative, Baker describes his entry into the Nubian desert and outlines his ambitious plans to traverse unexplored areas in search of the Nile's origin. He notes the hardships of travel in such unforgiving environments and the mental resolve necessary for survival. The opening also provides glimpses into his growing admiration for his wife, who insists on accompanying him despite the dangers they face. Baker's vivid descriptions convey the stark contrasts between beauty and desolation encountered along their journey, as well as the rich tapestry of life and culture among the people they meet, setting the stage for further explorations and adventures that would unfold throughout the expedition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNile River
653 _aSudan -- Description and travel
653 _aAlbert, Lake (Congo and Uganda)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3233
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